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18 Jun 2008, 09:23
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This is the running list of the current Sponsors. Help support TinBoats.net by supporting these guys first if you are shopping for similar products....
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18 Jun 2008, 09:23
Stickies
Material Links for your conversion
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Bugpac »
30 Jan 2010, 23:31
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All links good, enough for tonight. Finish the rest later.
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Any idea where I can purchase a port side console? I want to install one on my Alumacraft to give the wife some protection from the wind on those...
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Last post by BayouBlackBass
29 Mar 2020, 12:59
Link for Boat Modifications! Please post yours!
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Jim »
14 May 2008, 09:25
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V-Boats:
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I updated the list. If you have a project that is near completion and want it added to the master list, send me a PM. =D>
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Last post by Jim
25 Aug 2019, 08:40
Jon boat and V boat conversions "Please read before posting"
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Jim »
27 Jul 2007, 11:26
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Please add your Jon boat conversion in this section. The more Conversions we get, the more resourceful this will become for all new people trying to...
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Friendly reminder Guys and Gals, This section is for modification and conversion threads only , If you have a specific question about a thread posted...
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21 Feb 2010, 22:27
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81 Bass Tracker Restoration, Rehab!
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Jinxd12 »
03 Apr 2020, 18:00
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Just picked up an 81 Bass tracker needs some TLC but that's what I was looking for.
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No, it was all plywood everything.
6 Replies 71 Views
Last post by Jinxd12
05 Apr 2020, 01:11
Project swamp boat: Lowe rover 16
Replies: 31
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soggybottom »
04 Mar 2020, 21:49
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So last year I bought a lake house! I’m living the dream, I can walk out my back door and go fishing. Only catch is I live on a bay that’s so choked...
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Got her out on the water for a test run
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Last post by soggybottom
04 Apr 2020, 17:20
1982 14' Mirrorcraft
Bench seat install..
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tucker99 »
04 Apr 2020, 09:40
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Gents,
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Looking for something to cover the bench seats. I was going to come down about 2 on the front and back of the seats. What feels good on the tush?...
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Last post by tucker99
04 Apr 2020, 12:31
1436 on Cedar part 2
Replies: 6
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Yankemandspankem »
23 Mar 2020, 00:57
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After a full season of using my 1436 (and the most successful fishing season I've ever had), the front weld on my Alumacraft 1436 LT blew out. I...
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Maybe it’s my eyes but that framing doesn’t look like 2x4’s. Is it 1x6?
6 Replies 157 Views
Last post by Chrisja77
02 Apr 2020, 23:52
Chris' Crestliner 1436
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Chrisja77 »
27 Jan 2017, 13:04
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Hey everyone...first off, this is going to be a long project so don't expect much! I've been reading and browsing to figure out the direction I want...
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Well, my downward spiral started when I got a free garmin striker 4 fish finder from work for a safety award...I’ve never used a fish finder before...
6 Replies 1267 Views
Last post by Chrisja77
01 Apr 2020, 18:42
1971 Starcraft refit
First tin boat rebuild
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1Vhull »
11 Dec 2019, 00:44
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Hello all, starting my first tin boat build. Here’s a quick background on me and the boat. I’ve been fishing my entire life and finally have my own...
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Getting the bow supports rebuilt. Only wood I plan on going back in the boat. Using maple, seal up with epoxy.
12 Replies 795 Views
Last post by 1Vhull
01 Apr 2020, 11:04
1983 Lowe Stinger Pro Restore
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WhopperPlopper »
25 Mar 2020, 13:05
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Picked up a 1983 Lowe Stinger Pro, running 35hp 'Rude, and functional trailer. I've done a few jon to bass boat conversions where I had to fabricate...
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2 coats of primer and about to put on a third coat of oil based enamel black with hardness.. it’s a smooth looking finish!
6 Replies 163 Views
Last post by WhopperPlopper
31 Mar 2020, 20:17
Newby taking on Lowe 14' project
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skiguy18 »
31 Mar 2020, 10:36
Hi All! Longtime lurker first-time poster here. I am a total newb to boat projects but have decided to tackle a small project. I have a 14' Lowe Sea...
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Last post by skiguy18
31 Mar 2020, 10:36
Poorly neglected boat, bringing her back to service
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checkoutmyjunk »
17 Dec 2019, 16:14
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I've got a sickness with projects and deals, when the two align I just can't say no.
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I am not happy. This was supposed to be fun.
37 Replies 2628 Views
Last post by checkoutmyjunk
31 Mar 2020, 08:47
'87 Bluefin Sportsman 1700 Rebuild - Family Cruiser
'87 Bluefin Sportsman 17' teardown and rebuild
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kofkorn »
24 Mar 2020, 16:56
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Hi All,
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I was able to put a little more time into it this weekend. I managed to pull the floor and all of the foam out. The foam was more waterlogged than...
4 Replies 159 Views
Last post by kofkorn
30 Mar 2020, 10:30
14' mirrocraft conversion
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Bobs boat »
29 Mar 2020, 19:28
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First off I would like to thank everyone here for sharing, your posts have not only been informative, but they have also given me a lot of ideas....
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Welcome aboard, Bobs boat.
2 Replies 103 Views
Last post by jasper60103
30 Mar 2020, 06:23
Starcraft 14’ deep V project
Boy restoration
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Bglass207 »
24 Mar 2020, 00:54
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Hey guys a newbie here, just starting a project on a mid 70’s vintage Starcraft. Typical setup with the 3 benches and no floor. I’m looking to remove...
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Checkout my build thread. Sounds like we have the same boat. I’m using “gluv-it” on the inside to seal it up more. However it would be a good bet to...
1 Replies 164 Views
Last post by 1Vhull
30 Mar 2020, 02:19
FLOOR REPAIR
Aluminum boat floor
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Rookie1719 »
25 Mar 2020, 15:07
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Hey everyone,
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Forget carpet, that holds moisture and looks like crap not years later. Go marine vinyl, sold my rig after 21-years use and the vinyl still looked...
6 Replies 208 Views
Last post by DaleH
29 Mar 2020, 10:21
14 vhull mirrocraft
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Rookie1719 »
04 Feb 2020, 21:31
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Hi everyone,
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There is no real advantage to Marine plywood for our use. BCX plywood properly sealed will last a long time. I like using Old timers formula.
11 Replies 780 Views
Last post by lckstckn2smknbrls
28 Mar 2020, 13:40
1648 alumacraft build by hardwoodcd
Replies: 137
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hardwoodcd »
26 Feb 2017, 14:27
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Hello all! I've been looking around this site for some time now and I've started my build which is going to be fairly involved. A little background...
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That's certainly a step up. Congrats!
137 Replies 25360 Views
Last post by jasper60103
27 Mar 2020, 13:06
Polar Kraft 1448 build
Replies: 69
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Fishfried »
16 Dec 2019, 22:34
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Been searching for a small fishing boat. I couldn’t find one I liked so I’m just going to build my own. Got a good Craigslist deal Jon boat. A 2012...
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As far as the aerator pump, it may have to be “primed”. Try turning the pump on and then reversing the boat. That will break the airlock and get...
69 Replies 3150 Views
Last post by Turd Ferguson
24 Mar 2020, 15:43
Help me identify this 1969 vhull
Replies: 5
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WaxTX »
18 Mar 2020, 22:38
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Hi guys
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I just noticed that this web site has lots of older manufacturers boats. It might be a good reference site.
5 Replies 213 Views
Last post by schukster
21 Mar 2020, 18:17
1950's Lone Star Corsair project
Replies: 36
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sss »
28 May 2019, 00:36
First post
My older brother gave me this boat 3 days ago. It's a Lone Star Corsair, not sure on the year but they quit making them in '57 according to what I...
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Got a bit done on the floor supports tonight. .063 6061 1” tube, 3/16” rivets. Using 6063 1” angle to build some small brackets for the attachment....
36 Replies 2648 Views
Last post by sss
21 Mar 2020, 00:12
12ft Sears (Starcraft) Aluminum V-hull Project
Replies: 3
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Toolmann »
15 Mar 2020, 17:21
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Hello all,
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Thanks. 356 Porsche notchback, long term project!
3 Replies 180 Views
Last post by Toolmann
15 Mar 2020, 23:18
New guy first boat 12' Starcraft semi V
Replies: 12
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dmuncy007 »
19 Jul 2018, 13:56
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Hey everyone bought this little 12’ what I believe to be a Starcraft not sure what model or year and the trailer for $250 but it didn’t have a title...
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Thanks fellas good times on the little 12 footer
12 Replies 2620 Views
Last post by dmuncy007
14 Mar 2020, 00:38
New guy with "new" old boat.
Replies: 7
by
JacobOutdoors »
27 Feb 2020, 15:12
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Hi there!
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I have a 1959 Alumaline 14' boat and it has a max horsepower rating of 8hp and a max capacity before motor of 600 lbs. With my wife, my daughter,...
7 Replies 381 Views
Last post by gsh341
12 Mar 2020, 22:05
FME Paint
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Dfish1984 »
08 Mar 2020, 21:12
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I couldn’t find a lot of pictures on the Lock stock and Barrel FME paint products. So after talking to them the product shipped fast and was very...
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Looks like a new boat!
1 Replies 109 Views
Last post by Weldorthemagnificent
09 Mar 2020, 07:21
De-pro'ing a Tracker
Replies: 35
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Bmac »
28 Nov 2014, 12:12
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2012-02-18_16-24-50_133b.jpg 2012-02-18_16-25-22_448.jpg 2012-02-05_13-12-31_825.jpg I know this is the opposite of what most of you are doing,and...
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Wish I could still buy them. Monster quit making them soon after I bought them. Like this style as they don't snag nets.
35 Replies 4848 Views
Last post by Bmac
08 Mar 2020, 20:11
Rear rod holder rack
Semi-vertical rack
by
Calgaryangler »
08 Mar 2020, 17:00
I have searched all day and all I find is key words and a ton of old photobucket links that don’t work. I’m looking for a rack to build across the...
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Last post by Calgaryangler
08 Mar 2020, 17:00
1980's Sea Nymph GLS 19.5
Replies: 3
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CodeNymph »
12 Feb 2020, 15:37
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Hi All,
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Nice boat.
3 Replies 327 Views
Last post by gsh341
07 Mar 2020, 02:31
Pinholes in my transom
Replies: 4
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gsh341 »
03 Mar 2020, 21:37
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I bought a 1985 Sea Nymph FM161 Fishing Machine. I have the whole thing disassembled and I'm working on rebuilding the transom.
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If it were me I would just take a plasma cutter and remove it and weld in a new one. But that is what I do. Putting one over it is a PITA and...
4 Replies 232 Views
Last post by nccatfisher
05 Mar 2020, 15:45
Hydroturf
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Prowelder »
27 Feb 2020, 22:08
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I've done a job for this guy every year around tax season. It's taking 3 years but his boat is completed. The 1st year I added the front deck 2nd...
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What dou call that pattern?where u get it?
3 Replies 293 Views
Last post by hipster dufus
04 Mar 2020, 22:35
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